Administrative Assistant

at  Boys And Girls Clubs Of King County

LEADING THE CHANGE IN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

At Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, we are taking youth programming to a new level. We are a leader in youth development, providing a safe, affordable place for kids and teens during critical out-of-school time. Our Clubs offer life-changing programs and services to youth throughout the greater Seattle area.
As one of the largest Boys & Girls Club organization in the United States, we have a rich history serving King County youth. If you are passionate about youth development, committed to social justice, love to connect with people, have a proven track record of results with youth, and want to be part of an extraordinary team, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is for you!

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Youth development experience preferred
• Ability to objectively draft professional correspondence
• Previous administrative or office experience is preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid Certifications or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Knowledge and/or experience working with a non-profit youth development agency preferred, Boys & Girls Club experience preferred
• Functional literacy with Microsoft Office Suite
• Good organization and attention to detail, professional presence, strong customer relations skills and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to learn and implement new ideas for the good of the organization
• High level verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
  HOURS: Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Varies depending on program need.
  FLSA: Hourly, Non-Exempt Position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This position typically works in a club environment, and the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, i.e. copier toner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engaged presence to prepare youth for success while creating a safe and healthy Club environment that facilitates positive youth development
• Ensure that facilities, equipment, and first aid, janitorial and office supplies are maintained
• Contribute to planning, developing, implementing and evaluating programs
• Support a productive work environment
• Represent the club to all visitors with a professional and positive demeanor
• Participate in special programs or events as directed by club director
• Manage membership lists
• Retrieve invoice summaries and data reports from Dash database
• Work with Marketing and Communications to make updates to website
• Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and maintain a professional presence in high stress situations